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Rutgers basketball is set to play Kennesaw State, per report

Rutgers basketball has a new non-conference opponent.

It looks like yet another non-conference opponent is being lined up for Rutgers basketball.

Per college basketball insider Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports, Rutgers will play at Kennesaw State this upcoming season. The obvious local ties to Georgia are clear for Rutgers, given that freshman guard Jamichael Davis and incoming freshman Airious ‘Ace’ Bailey are from the state.

Last year, Kennesaw State finished the season 15-16 (6-10 Atlantic Sun Conference). In late December, the Owls battled well at Indiana in a 100-87 loss.

Rutgers is primed for a bounce-back season, having finished last year 15-17 (7-13 Big Ten). A five-star forward, Bailey is a big reason for the optimism around Rutgers heading into the fall.

Also joining Bailey at Rutgers is five-star guard [autotag]Dylan Harper[/autotag] from Don Bosco Prep (Ramsey, New Jersey).

 

Harper had a very strong close to his high school career with tremendous showings at the McDonald’s All-American Game as well as the Jordan Brand Classic.

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The duo of Bailey and Harper are the first-ever five-star commits in Rutgers history.

Jeremiah Williams to make Rutgers debut against Michigan

Jeremiah Williams will play for Rutgers at Michigan.

Rutgers men’s basketball will get a midseason boost on Saturday with the return of Jeremiah Williams. The Iowa State transfer is eligible to play after sitting out 20 games for violating the NCAA’s gambling policy. His return comes four games early, as his suspension was supposed to last until February 18.

In his college career, Williams has toured the country. He played two years for Temple, averaging 9.2 points and 4.2 assists per game. After his run with the Owls, Williams transferred to Iowa State for the 2022-2023 season. However, he never played for the Cyclones after damaging an Achilles tendon during a workout in October 2022.

According to Jerry Carino in his breaking story on Williams’ return:

The U.S. District Court of New Jersey on Friday granted an injunction to the 6-foot-5 combo guard so he can suit up at Michigan Saturday; the NCAA’s suspension was supposed to last four more games, which would have allowed Williams to begin playing Feb. 18 at Minnesota.

 

After months of anticipation, Rutgers backcourt should improve with Williams back in the mix. He is a good ball-handler and a solid rebounder. He still has two years of eligibility remaining.

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While Williams should get playing time right away, it will be interesting to see how he is worked into the rotation. Head coach Steve Pikielll has relied on his young guards, such as Derek Simpson, Jamichael Davis and Gavin Griffiths this season.

Although Rutgers’ matchup with Michigan will mark his first game action, this will not be Williams’s first time playing with his teammates. He has been practicing with the team since July.

Click here to read Carino’s full story on Williams getting an injunction so he could play for Rutgers.

Rutgers men’s basketball closes out January with loss to Penn State

Rutgers men’s basketball lost a brutal one at home on Wednesday.

On Wednesday night, January came to an end for Rutgers men’s basketball in a disappointing fashion. The Scarlet Knights welcomed Penn State to Jersey Mike’s Arena but collapsed in the second half during a 61-46 loss.

After the first half ended with Penn State leading 26-24, the Nittany Lions took over. Ace Baldwin Jr. led the way offensively with 15 points and seven assists. D’Marco Dunn also made an impact with 14 points. It marked the second time in January that Dunn scored more than ten points.

 

While Rutgers struggled offensively, they did get some encouraging performances from their freshmen. That includes Gavin Griffiths and Jamichael Davis. Griffiths led the team in scoring with 11 points and Davis added 10 of his own. They were the only Rutgers players who scored double digits.

In this matchup, Penn State dominated the boards. They scored 28 points in the paint and hauled in 40 rebounds. As a result, Penn State put the game out of reach in the second half.

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As Rutgers turns their attention to February, they will happily leave January in the rearview mirror. Over the last month, Rutgers posted a 2-6 record, losing their last three games. With only 11 games left in the regular season, they will need to turn things around quickly.

Rutgers men’s basketball conquers Big Ten demons in win over Indiana

Rutgers men’s basketball got a big lift with a midweek win over Indiana.

On Tuesday night, Rutgers men’s basketball finally got their first Big Ten win of the season in their fourth try. Rutgers beat Indiana 66-57 as five players,Rincluding Mawot Mag, scored double figures. While Mag continued to be a scoring machine, he got help from various sources.

Along with Mag, Aundre Hyatt, Derek Simpson, Austin Williams and JaMichael Davis had at least 10 points. Hyatt’s play, in particular, stood out since he is Rutgers’s leading score. Before Tuesday’s win, he had not scored more than nine points in a game since December 30th.

As Rutgers rolled to their ninth win of the season, they were able to take care of the Hoosiers mistakes. Indiana turned the ball over 18 times, allowing 18 points off turnovers. Their largest lead of the night was seven points.

 

While Tuesday night didn’t go as planned for Indiana, there were still a few bright spots. That includes the talented trio of Malik Reneau, Mackenzie Mgbako, and Kel’el Ware. They each scored 13 points and Ware had a big night on the boards with 13 rebounds.

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With their first conference win of the season in the books, Rutgers will shift its focus to its next game against Michigan State on Saturday. Through 15 games, the Spartans are off to a 9-6 start.

Jamichael Davis signed his National Letter of Intent with Rutgers

2023 recruit Jamichael Davis arrived on campus on Monday, signing his National Letter of Intent to join Rutgers basketball 2023-24 team.

Jamichael Davis arrived on campus on Monday and set to join the Rutgers men’s basketball 2023-24 team. With the recent departures of guards Cam Spencer and Paul Mulcahy, reinforcements such as Davis are very much needed.

The three-star recruit committed to the Scarlet Knights in December over VCU, Auburn, Wichita State, and UAB. As a junior at McEachern High School (Powder Springs, Ga.), the 6-foot-2, 165-pound point guard averaged 22 points, 13.1 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game.

The Georgia native is excellent on the perimeter while also possessing speed and agility to drive past defenders. The 2023 prospect plays with explosiveness and terrific vision. He is a great competitor who competes on the defensive end. Also, Davis plays intense defense and is an excellent rebounder for a point guard.

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Davis can provide instant offense, creating shots and getting his teammates involved. Rutgers struggled on offense in 2022-23, an aspect the Scarlet Knights would like to improve this upcoming season. Rutgers head coach Steve Pikiell loves the energy, intensity, and athleticism Davis brings to the team. 

The new Scarlet Knight is an under-the-radar recruit, battling some injuries the past two summers. He has a high basketball IQ and plays unselfish basketball. According to 247Sports, Davis has a player rating of 87 and is the No. 215 ranked prospect in the class of 2023.

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Jamichael Davis has the potential to run the offense for Rutgers basketball

Jamichael Davis has the potential to be an impact freshman for Rutgers basketball.

While the start of the college basketball season is still months away, Rutgers roster is full of question marks. Earlier this week, Cam Spencer entered the transfer portal. Clifford Omoruyi and Paul Mulcahy are also testing the NBA draft waters leaving their status for next season in question. However, Rutgers does have a few reinforcements coming, including Jamichael Davis.

In December, Davis chose Rutgers over VCU, Auburn, and Wichita State, among others. He drew various degrees of interest after averaging 22 points, 13.1 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game in his junior season. The talented point guard will be relied on to set the tone offensively, which will be critical without Spencer.

While the Georgia native was unranked on all recruiting platforms, his speed and agility make him a tough matchup on the perimeter. Due to his ability to drive past defenders with his first step, some scouts have compared him to Houston Rockets shooting guard Jalen Green.

Additionally, Davis received high praise from his head coach at Lakeview-Fort Oglethorpe, Josh Laney, who, in an interview with The Daily Targum, highlighted Davis’ mentality on the court.

“He has such a high basketball IQ. He’s such a smart player. He sees the floor so well. I mean, he probably sees it better than I do,” Laney said. “He’s very calm. He’s very self-centered. You can’t get him rattled, generally. His mind is always focused on the task at hand.”

As opening night draws closer, Davis will be watched closely. The Scarlet Knights are looking for a spark offensively, and Davis’ athleticism fits perfectly with how this team is constructed. When the season begins, Rutgers’s newest guard will be a crucial part of the offense and an exciting player to watch.